Anna headed back to her room upstairs, she couldn’t help but notice that her tummy was getting larger, the baby bump was now fully visible and it made her feel awkward. The thing about carrying a pregnancy was that everyone gets to know that you had sex; you are literally carrying a receipt of that intercourse and everyone can see it.As Anna climbed the stairs and walked down the hallway leading to her room, she couldn’t help but feel like she was being watched. She turned back but there was no one in the hallway, at least no one that she saw. She sighed and shook her head, wondering if it was another symptom of pregnancy; what does she know? She was new to all this.Anna got to her room and noticed that the door was slightly open, she was unable to remember if she had left it that way on her way out. Short time memory! Another thing she managed to pin the blame for on her pregnancy, it was the reason for whatever went wrong in her life these days.Anna pushes the door entirely open
Stephen stood in the kitchen, watching Anna as she moved gracefully, preparing coffee with a focus that made her appear almost mesmerizing. The soft morning light filtered through the window, casting a warm glow on her delicate features, accentuating the way her red hair cascaded over her shoulders. Stephen couldn't help but admire her, captivated by the simple act of making coffee.As Anna turned around, she caught Stephen staring at her, his gaze locked on her with an intensity that he tried to hide. “Hey, what are you staring at?” she smirked.He quickly averted his eyes, feeling his cheeks flush with embarrassment. "Oh, sorry," he stammered, attempting to play it off. "I was just lost in thought." He chuckledAnna chuckled, her eyes twinkling with amusement as she placed a hand on her hip. "Lost in thought, huh? Sure looked like you were lost in something else." She teased, her voice soft and playful.Stephen couldn't help but smile at Anna's teasing, feeling a warmth spread throu
Mrs. Gray stepped out onto the spacious balcony of their grand family estate, taking in the view of the lush green garden below. The afternoon sun was shining brightly, casting a warm golden glow over the landscape. As she scanned the garden, her eyes fell upon an unexpected sight that brought a smile to her face.There, amidst the vibrant foliage, she saw her daughter Laura walking hand in hand with Anna, Stephen's soon to be Baby mama. They were deep in conversation, their heads tilted towards each other, and they were both laughing. Mrs. Gray couldn't help but be amazed at the scene before her.Laura was known in the family for her wild behavior and heavy drinking, especially in the mornings. It was unusual to see her sober at this time of day, and Mrs. Gray was pleasantly surprised. She had been worried about Laura's distant behavior lately, as she seemed to be withdrawing from the rest of the family.But now, seeing Laura and Anna walking together, laughing and enjoying each othe
Laura and Anna sat cross-legged on the floor of Anna's room, carefully folding clothes together. The afternoon sun streamed through the window, casting a warm glow on the scene. They chatted about inconsequential things, their voices soft and filled with laughter.Just as they were in the middle of folding a stack of shirts, the door creaked open, and a maid entered with a slightly anxious expression. "I'm sorry to interrupt, Miss Anna," she said hesitantly, catching Anna's attention, "but Mrs. Gray has requested to see you in her room."Anna's heart skipped a beat, and she exchanged a nervous glance with Laura. Mrs. Gray had not been welcoming towards her since she had arrived at the house, and Anna couldn't help but feel apprehensive about the sudden summons. Laura, ever protective of Anna, immediately spoke up. "I will come with her," she said firmly, her tone leaving no room for argument.The maid nodded and walked away."What could she want?" Anna wondered aloud, her mind racing
The sun was just beginning to set as Jenny arrived at her mother's stately house, her heart heavy with a mixture of emotions. As expected, she was welcomed home like royalty. Her mother, who was a single parent, was quite ambitious so she had been able to amass wealth and build a majestic house in that state.Miss Isabella, her mother, greeted her with open arms, her eyes sparkling with joy at the sight of her only daughter."Jenny, my darling! Welcome home!" Miss Isabella exclaimed, embracing Jenny tightly.Jenny felt a fleeting moment of comfort in her mother's warm embrace, but as they pulled apart and settled down in the elegant sitting room, the weight of her troubles resurfaced.As they settled down, Miss Isabella looked at Jenny with a smile. "So, how have your future in-laws been treating you? Have they been taking good care of you?""Mother," Jenny began, her voice choked with emotion. "It's been a nightmare. I don't know what to do."Miss Isabella's expression turned to one
Laura walks into her room, the dim light casting shadows on the walls. Her heart skips a beat as she suddenly sees Anna seated in the corner, her face expressionless. “Oh good lord!” Laura instinctively clutches her chest, her breath catching in her throat. She lets out a sigh of relief as she realizes it's just Anna, but the fear lingers."Anna, you scared me," Laura says in a shaky voice, her hand still pressed against her chest as if to calm her racing heart.Anna's eyes narrow as she looks at Laura, her gaze piercing. "Were you drinking again?" she asks coldly, her voice tinged with disappointment.Laura opens her mouth to deny it, but Anna raises a bottle and holds it up, her eyes fixed on the label. Laura's heart sinks as she realizes her secret has been exposed. She looks down, unable to meet Anna's gaze."I found this by your bedside," Anna says, her voice soft but firm. “Want to tell me something about it?”Laura takes a deep breath, her shoulders slumping. She knows she can
Jenny timidly knocks on Anna's door, her knuckles barely grazing the wooden surface. She shifts her weight from one foot to the other, feeling a mix of nervousness and anticipation. This was her first time coming to Anna's room, and given the animosity between them, she wasn't sure what to expect.As the door creaks open, Jenny is met with surprise. Anna and Laura are both standing there, their eyebrows raised in unison. Jenny can see the tension in the room, palpable and suffocating.Laura's expression is guarded, her eyebrows furrowing as she eyes Jenny. Her lips twist into a sneer as she rudely asks, "What do you want?" Her tone is confrontational, as if bracing herself for another fight, even in the late hours of the night. Her arms are crossed over her chest, her body language defensive, and her eyes narrowed in suspicion. Jenny's heart skips a beat, and she tries to steady her nerves."I... I didn't mean to intrude," Jenny stammers, her voice barely above a whisper. "I just... I
Mrs. Gray walks down the hallway, her steps hesitant as she approaches her husband's room. She had been hoping to spend some quality time with him, but as she pushes open the door, she's greeted by the sound of her husband's deep snores. She sighs softly, her heart sinking with disappointment. It seems like he's always either busy with work or asleep these days.As she leaves her husband's room, Mrs. Gray can't help but feel a pang of worry. Jackson had recently resigned from his position as CEO and handed it over to their son, yet he still seemed preoccupied and distant. She couldn't shake off the feeling that he was still prioritizing work over their relationship, despite his retirement. If he had not time for her now, when would he?She sadly makes her way to the sitting room, where she can hear giggles coming from. She's curious to see what Laura and Anna are up to, as they had become close friends over the weeks. Mrs. Gray knew they often spend time together these days, she was j